A fully renovated kitchen becomes the focal point of this revamped home. Keeping the charm of the original home was essential, while making it more functional for the family to enjoy. I was the project architect for this renovation while working at Kenneth Lynch & Associates. Featured in Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles. Photo credit: David Christensen

When the homeowners first purchased the 1925 house, it was compartmentalized, outdated, and completely unfunctional for their growing family. Casework designed the owner's previous kitchen and family room and was brought in to lead up the creative direction for the project. Casework teamed up with architect Paul Crowther and brother sister team Ainslie Davis on the addition and remodel of the Colonial. The existing kitchen and powder bath were demoed and walls expanded to create a new footprint for the home. This created a much larger, more open kitchen and breakfast nook with mudroom, pantry and more private half bath. In the spacious kitchen, a large walnut island perfectly compliments the homes existing oak floors without feeling too heavy. Paired with brass accents, Calcutta Carrera marble countertops, and clean white cabinets and tile, the kitchen feels bright and open - the perfect spot for a glass of wine with friends or dinner with the whole family. There was no official master prior to the renovations. The existing four bedrooms and one separate bathroom became two smaller bedrooms perfectly suited for the client’s two daughters, while the third became the true master complete with walk-in closet and master bath. There are future plans for a second story addition that would transform the current master into a guest suite and build out a master bedroom and bath complete with walk in shower and free standing tub. Overall, a light, neutral palette was incorporated to draw attention to the existing colonial details of the home, like coved ceilings and leaded glass windows, that the homeowners fell in love with. Modern furnishings and art were mixed in to make this space an eclectic haven.

Inspiration for a small timeless l-shaped linoleum floor and multicolored floor dedicated laundry room remodel in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer, black countertops and shaker cabinets

Great utensil drawer that keeps items within reach but eliminates clutter on the counter. Items are easy to find without digging through a drawer.
Eat-in kitchen - small eclectic u-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Nashville with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, white walls and a peninsula

Inspiration for a handsome home study. Rice University inspired blue hue, a natural walnut Lawson Fenning desk, and beautiful built-ins to welcome the families book collection.

Photo: Stacy Larsen Photography
Example of a cottage chic bathroom design in Tampa with a console sink

KuDa Photography
Inspiration for a timeless dark wood floor foyer remodel in Portland with beige walls and a glass front door

Michael's Photography
Home design - craftsman l-shaped medium tone wood floor home design idea in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, beige walls and an island

A 1927 colonial home in Shaker Heights, Ohio, received a breathtaking renovation that required extensive work, transforming it from a tucked away, utilitarian space, to an all-purpose gathering room, a role that most kitchens embrace in a home today. The scope of work changed over the course of the project, starting more minimalistically and then quickly becoming the main focus of the house's remodeling, resulting in a staircase being relocated and walls being torn down to create an inviting focal point to the home where family and friends could connect. The focus of the functionality was to allow for multiple prep areas with the inclusion of two islands and sinks, two eating areas (one for impromptu snacking and small meals of younger family members and friends on island no. two and a built-in bench seat for everyday meals in the immediate family). The kitchen was equipped with all Subzero and Wolf appliances, including a 48" range top with a 12" griddle, two double ovens, a 42" built-in side by side refrigerator and freezer, a microwave drawer on island no. one and a beverage center and icemaker in island no. two. The aesthetic feeling embraces the architectural feel of the home while adding a modern sensibility with the revamped layout and graphic elements that tie the color palette of whites, chocolate and charcoal. The cabinets were custom made and outfitted with beaded inset doors with a Shaker panel frame and finished in Benjamin Moore's OC-17 White Dove, a soft white that allowed for the kitchen to feel warm while still maintaining its brightness. Accents of walnut were added to create a sense of warmth, including a custom premium grade walnut countertop on island no. one from Brooks Custom and a TV cabinet with a doggie feeding station beneath. Bringing the cabinet line to the 8'6" ceiling height helps the room feel taller and bold light fixtures at the islands and eating area add detail to an otherwise simpler ceiling detail. The 1 1/4" countertops feature Calacatta Gold Marble with an ogee edge detail. Special touches on the interiors include secret storage panels, an appliance garage, breadbox, pull-out drawers behind the cabinet doors and all soft-close hinges and drawer glides. A kneading area was made as a part of island no. one for the homeowners' love of baking, complete with a stone top allowing for dough to stay cool. Baskets beneath store kitchen essentials that need air circulation. The room adjacent to the kitchen was converted to a hearth room (from a formal dining room) to extend the kitchen's living space and allow for a natural spillover for family and guests to spill into. Jason Miller, Pixelate

Inspiration for a 1950s l-shaped concrete floor kitchen remodel in San Diego with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and an island

A sophisticated yet relaxed home for a busy family. Designed with the goal of unifying the spaces, the kitchen, family room, and dining rooms are the heart of this home. White cabinetry and a gorgeous tile pattern are easily blended with stainless accents to create a fresh, easy home, great for entertaining family and friends. Landmark Photography Learn more about our showroom and kitchen and bath design: http://www.mingleteam.com

Architectural Consulting, Exterior Finishes, Interior Finishes, Showsuite Town Home Development, Surrey BC Park Ridge Homes, Raef Grohne Photographer
Inspiration for a small country porcelain tile and gray floor laundry closet remodel in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, white walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer

Shed - mid-sized farmhouse two-story and detached gray shed idea in Charlotte with a shingle roof

Bedroom headboard and shelving
Example of a mid-sized eclectic master medium tone wood floor bedroom design in New York with gray walls

Welcome to the essential refined mountain rustic home: warm, homey, and sturdy. The house’s structure is genuine heavy timber framing, skillfully constructed with mortise and tenon joinery. Distressed beams and posts have been reclaimed from old American barns to enjoy a second life as they define varied, inviting spaces. Traditional carpentry is at its best in the great room’s exquisitely crafted wood trusses. Rugged Lodge is a retreat that’s hard to return from.

Sort out your laundry room challenges with elfa! Ventilated Shelves keep essential laundry items within easy reasy and easy view. A closet rod is perfect for drip dry or freshly ironed garments while elfa utility Hooks and Holders provide out-of-the-way storage for mops, brooms and dusters. elfa utility Boards combined with elfa utility Shelves, Boxes and Hooks create a sophisticated, functional update on the classic pegboard system. Easy-gliding Hampers easily collect and sort laundry and can be removed for transport. All elfa components are adjustable, so the solution is completely flexible!

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped light wood floor and brown floor enclosed kitchen remodel in Miami with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multicolored backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, an undermount sink, marble countertops and matchstick tile backsplash

Point West at Macatawa Park, MI
Beach style laundry room photo in Grand Rapids with beige walls